Hair extensions are a preferred choice when it comes to looking after and augmenting your hair. From adding length and volume to giving you a complete makeover, hair extensions cater to everyone and anyone looking after their unique needs. Today, the use of hair extension is done with passion, and it is no more a secret.
While some of the extensions are easy to apply; and the overall impact extensions in making us look even more prettier. The process of removing these hair extensions is by no means easy and straightforward. The complete and thorough removal of hair extension is necessary. If not, then not only that, the extensions will be ruined but also considerable damage to normal and natural hair. For your convenience, we have discussed and addressed this matter in detail.
The steps involved in the removal of hair extensions
The process of removal for the sewn-in and clip-in hair extension has been discussed in the form of steps to be ensured for safe removal.
Removing the Sewn-in extensions:
- First, to collect all the hair in a ponytail, proceed to separate the extension as a separate ponytail.
- Then locate the point where the thread ends and make a careful yet precise cut.
- For locating the point where the sewing- in took place, move your fingers along the line of the scalp.
- It is advised to move gently while the cut is made, the possibility of normal hair being cut can thus be avoided.
- A definite recommendation for asking another person to assist in this process.
- Afterward, untie the remaining thread from the scalp. For this, make use of one hand to secure the normal hair to avoid cutting or breaking them in the process.
- Make use of the second hand to undo the remaining thread.
- Specialized solutions are available for breaking down threads, thus streamlining the whole process.
- The process is revised until it is ensured that all artificial forms of hair have been removed, and only the natural hair remains.
Removal of the clip-in extension:
Well, the clip-in extensions are the easiest to be applied or installed. And when it comes to removing them, they are certainly not the ones posing any difficulty in removal.
Let us guide you:
- Begin with portioning your natural hair from the extensions at the crown, back of the head, and around ears.
- Avoid moving quickly to remove the extensions, a slow pace is recommended. Better to remove one clip at a time.
- Also, to avoid any stress on the natural hair, it is better to hold them against the scalp.
- Divide the whole process into sections for better focus. As it will also help in tracking every extension and ensure that the adequate force is applied.
- In case a clip in extension has tangled, the spray of leave-in conditioner will help remove a clip in if you’re having trouble.
Removal of Tape-In extensions:
- First, create workable sections of the hair.
- Trace the extensions and oil them and leave it to work its magic with a 20 minute waiting period.
- Actually, the oil breaks the chemical bonds of glue or tape, thus ensuring proper and painless removal.
- The oil that can be used includes coconut, almond, and olive oil.
- After the removal of Tape-In hair extensions, it is advised to condition and cover the hair with a towel for ensuring complete removal of any oil residue.
- The process or few steps may be repeated for the best results.